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Home  >  Encyclopedia  >  Breeds  >  Dog breed cards  >  Austrian Black and Tan Hound
07/12/2000
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Austrian Black and Tan Hound

Other names : Ostreichische Tan Hound

Native country : Austria

History

The Austrian Black and Tan Hound (with pips) is considered a true descendent of Celtic hounds. Similar to Swiss hounds, he hunts primarily in the mountains. The Austrian Black and Tan Hound belongs to FCI Group 6 Section 1B (Medium-sized hounds) and is not well-known outside his native land.

Description

Solidly built and with a very keen nose, he is an excellent, elegant runner, has a lovely voice, and tracks hare but is used on all sorts of game. He is good-natured and makes a fine pet.

Advice

He is not a city dweller. He needs daily exercise and regular brushing.

Function

Hunting Dog.

In details...

Head:Broad skull. Straight nosebridge. Strong muzzle.
Ears:Set on high, medium in length, not too broad, hanging flat against the cheeks.
Eyes:Dark brown.
Body:Long. Strong neck. Well-pronounced withers. Chest broad, well let-down. Long back. Slightly sloping croup. Slight tuck-up.
Tail:Long, gradually tapering, slightly curved. Brush on underside.
Hair:Smooth, very close-lying, dense, tight, about 2 cm in length.
Coat:Black with minimal, clearly defined tan markings ranging from light to dark fawn. Tan pips above the eyes are required.
Size:Dog: 50 to 56 cm. (20-22 in).Bitch: 48 to 54 cm. (19-21 in).
Weight:Approx. 20 kg (44 lb).
Group:Scendthounds and related breeds



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